NOPI Gumdrops

My obsession with textured nail polish is still going strong and I've recently added Nicole by OPI's Gumdrops Collection to my stash. I almost didn't get it because of how many textured polishes I already have but then I walked into Ulta and you can figure out the rest.

My Cherry Amour

Let's start with my favorite from the collection. A beautiful pinkish red, this polish is full of micro holographic glitter making it extra special. This is two thin coats.

Here is it is with a coat of Cult Nails Wicked Fast top coat.

Cinna-Man of My Dreams

This shade is so unique, it looks like a deepened rose with brown tones. This is two thin coats.

With one coat of Cult Nails Wicked Fast top coat, the rich rosey tone is more enhanced.

Candy is Dandy

A bubble gum pink with silver glitter, Candy is Dandy is girlish and playful. This is two thin coats.

I love it even more with top coat.

Blueberry Sweet On You

 This is a fun light blue that only needs two thin coats.

With top coat, the blue deepens and becomes more rich and beautiful.

I Lilac Gumdrops

This beautiful lavender is a little more sheer than the others. I used three thin coats making sure to give plenty of time for each coat to dry.

It's beautiful with and without top coat. I can't decide which way I love it the most.

A-nise Treat

A basic black textured polish, it lightens a bit when it dries making it look like a dark grey. I used two thin coats.

Here it is with one coat of Cult Nails Wicked Fast top coat. 

As you can see, I have been having a hard time with my nails breaking lately. They just don't know if they want to be long or short. They definitely don't want to be squared but that's a battle I'm willing to fight for now. 

Have any favorites?

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Hobby Polish Bloggers Halloween Giveaway!!!

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Hello everyone! I'm very excited to announce a giveaway I am involved in for the Hobby Polish Bloggers Facebook Group. This is for a chance to win cash ladies! Spend it on nail polish or on anything else you may need in your life. Good luck everyone!  The Hobby Polish Bloggers are having their first ever multi-blogger giveaway just in time for Halloween! To enter, please allow the Rafflecopter widget to load below. All Terms and Conditions may also be found in the widget. Please visit the following Hobby Polish Bloggers members who are bringing this to you! You may enter using Rafflecopter from any of the below blogs but your entry will only count one time. You may, however, tweet about the giveaway (the last option) once a day for the duration of the giveaway.

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Nail Art Society - I Love Studs Kit Preview

Discalimer: I am a "Renowned Artist" for Nail Art Society. I have provided my affiliate link in this post. 

Hello everyone! I hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend so far. This is going to be a very quick post as it's a sneak peek of the next Nail Art Society (NAS) kit. NAS is now naming their kits based on it's theme instead of calling them by the month they are released. This month's theme is studs so it is called, "I <3 Studs." 

As a "renowned artist" for NAS, I was given the kit early so I could get a look ready for today. All of the renowned artists for NAS are posting their looks today (or as soon as possible) for you to see! We are really excited about this kit and have a lot of cute design ideas for what you can do with it.

This is what I did!

I love the versatility of the half moon mani. The options are endless from turning the moons into actual moons to something more simple like my design. 

Before I tell you how I did this design, let's talk about the sneak peek. In the I <3 Studs kit, you will get a bottle of Jessica Cosmetics Black Matte (shown on my accent nail) and an assortment of circular studs (all colors shown). Wait until you see what the other girls have done with this kit. They're amazing. 

 I started with a base coat (Cult Nails Get It On) and then put on three coats of Essie Mademoiselle. I finished off that step with a coat of Cult Nails Wicked Fast Top Coat. I watched a couple reruns of Say Yes to the Dress to make sure my top coat was completely dry all the way through. When certain my mani was safe and dry, I placed a paper hole reinforcement on the bottom of my nail. Above the paper hole reinforcement I painted my nails Jessica Cosmetics Black Matte. I then quickly removed the paper hole reinforcements and quickly placed my stud before the polish dried. I did this one nail at a time to ensure I'd have enough time to place my stud before the polish dried. I sealed in all of my nails except for my accent nail with Cult Nails Wicked Fast Top Coat. That's it! 

If you'd like to subscribe in time for this kit, the deadline is October 15. Kits are $11.95 a month plus shipping and handling. You can sign up for NAS, here (my affiliate link). I do not get compensated if you sign up. If you'd rather not go through my link, you can always sign up on their website. 

This is a giveaway from Nail Art Society that's going until October 15.

Please scroll to the very end of this post to see more nail art designs using the I <3 Studs kit! 

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*The products in this post were provided to me from Nail Art Society for my honest review. I am a "Renowned Artist" for Nail Art Society. This post contains affiliate links, I do not receive compensation if you sign up to Nail Art Society. Please read my disclaimer on my disclaimer page for more information. 

Nail Art Society - Gold Flake Kit

Discalimer: I am a "Renowned Artist" for Nail Art Society. I have provided my affiliate link in this post. 

It's time for another nail art kit from Nail Art Society! Today, I'm going to show you what subscribers received (or will be soon) for the September 2013 kit which is called the "Gold Flake Kit." Instead of referring to kits by the month, they will have a name from now on. 

Check out everything that comes with this kit! I was thrilled to get the Jessica (Cinnamon Kiss) polish. I have been wanting to try this brand for a while and this shade was on my wish list. Let's take a closer look at the goodies. 

The kit came in this beautiful black velvet bag. It made me feel like I was getting something extra special and luxurious. It really worked with the gold theme. 

Jessica Nail Polish - Cinnamon Kiss

Cala 3D Nail Decorations (stickers)

Below are the stickers out of their packaging. They have a glittery texture to them and are nice a sturdy.

Silver and gold nail art foil. I recommend using tweezers with the foil. They are very delicate and require a gentle touch.

Adoro Rhinestones

This is the look I came up with using Jessica Cinnamon Kiss, Cala 3D stickers, gold foil, gold studs (from my personal supplies), and gold striping tape (from my personal supplies).

The scalloped edge of the foil was created by placing the bat sticker upside down along the edge of the gold foil. 

Jessica Cinnamon Kiss had a wonderful formula. It had a creamy formula that was opaque within two coats. It was nice and smooth, self leveled well, and dried quickly. I was very pleased with it and look forward to trying more polishes from this brand. 

Nail Art Society kits are $11.95 plus shipping and handling. In addition to the kit, you will receive a card that has pictures of manis using the kit supplies from the Nail Art Society's "Renowned Artists" (formerly Gurus). I think this is an excellent deal. You can sign up, here (my affiliate link). That is my personal affiliate link, I do not receive compensation if you sign up.

Being a "Renowned Artist" for Nail Art Society, I have had a sneak peek into the next kit. It is going to be my favorite kit so far. You seriously won't want to miss it. Here's a little hint! To get the "I <3 Studs" kit you need to subscribe by October 15. 

Here is a giveaway opportunity!

Come back this weekend to see another sneak peek into the "I <3 Studs" kit!

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-Mira

*The products in this post were provided to me from Nail Art Society for my honest review. I am a "Renowned Artist" for Nail Art Society. This post contains affiliate links, I do receive compensation if you sign up to Nail Art Society. Please read my disclaimer on my disclaimer page for more information. 

Zoya Cashmeres Collection Fall 2013

I'm back with the second half of Zoya's Fall 2013 collection, Zoya Cashmeres. If you'd like to see my swatches and review of the Satins Collection, you can find that, here. This collection consists of six rich cremes that are perfect for the Fall season. Zoya is my favorite main stream nail polish brand for many reasons. One of those reasons is that I don't have to worry if their polish is going to have a great formula or not. Now, I'm not saying that I've never been disappointed by Zoya, it's just rare for me. Their cremes are especially fabulous when it comes to formula. They are easy to apply, self level, and dry fast. Many of their cremes are even one coaters. In the case of this collection, all of the formulas were great. Many can be one coaters for those with shorter nails but for me, I used two coats of polish in each picture. In the second pictures, I added one coat of Zoya Maria-Luisa to my accent nail. Maria-Luisa is from the Satins collection but I thought it would be fun to use it with the Cashmeres as well.

Zoya Livingston

Livingston is a bright red creme.

Here I am holding my bottle of Zoya Maria-Luisa. I added one coat to my accent nail. I reviewed Maria-Luisa, here. 

Zoya Pepper

Pepper is a brick red creme. 

Zoya Pepper with one coat of Zoya Maria-Luisa on my accent nail. 

Zoya Hunter

Aptly named, Zoya Hunter is a hunter green creme. 

Zoya Hunter with one coat of Zoya Maria-Luisa on my accent nail. 

Zoya Sailor

Sailor is also appropriately named as it is a navy blue creme. Sailor was almost a one coater for me but I had a tiny bit of patching by my cuticles. It was perfect with two coats.

Zoya Sailor with one coat of Zoya Maria-Luisa on my accent nail. 

Zoya Flynn

Flynn was difficult to photograph for me and hard to describe. Zoya describes Flynn as "a lush camel brown creme." Personally, it reminds me of a Cafe Latte. Although Flynn doesn't work for my skin tone, I'm keeping it for nail art. 

 Zoya Flynn with one coat of Zoya Maria-Luisa on my accent nail.

Zoya Louise

Louise isn't the best polish for me to keep around. Every time I see it, I want to eat a brownie or chocolate pudding. Louise is a rich chocolate brown creme.

 Zoya Louise with one coat of Zoya Maria-Luisa on my accent nail. 

The Zoya Satins Collection can be purchased online from www.zoya.com for $8.00 each.

What's the verdict? Will you be picking anything up from Zoya's Cashmeres and Satins Collection? Do you love one collection more than the other? My favorite is the Satins Collection.

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Press Release - OPI Mariah Carey Holiday 2013 Collection

OPI Joins Mariah Carey to Launch 18 New Limited Edition Holiday Nail Lacquers

OPI announces the launch of 18 new limited edition holiday nail lacquers inspired by recording artist and international superstar Mariah Carey. This seasonal promotion includes an assortment of red, burgundy, maroon and chocolate brown hues, along with glitter-packed gold, bronze and pearl shades. 

Mariah Carey Holiday also features six new Liquid Sand™ lacquers, ranging from icy blue to frosted pink to sparkling graphite. Each of the Liquid Sand shades showcases OPI’s groundbreaking technology for a textured, matte finish infused with reflective sparkle.    

“Mariah Carey is truly synonomous with the holiday season,” says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “People around the world listen to her festive, iconic songs – ‘All I Want for Christmas is You’ is a personal favorite – and these 18 lacquers evoke the warmth, beauty, energy and positive spirit that’s present in Mariah’s music.  

“This holiday season is all about red, glitter and texture for nails,” adds Weiss-Fischmann. “With 18 shades, there’s a perfect hue for every occasion. The 12 crème and glitter lacquers include classic reds, champagne gold, and warm burgundies, while the six Liquid Sand shades should be worn without top coat for a matte finish in icy, frosted colors.”  

Mariah Carey Holiday includes the following (*Liquid Sand shade):

My Favorite Ornament  

Make this champagne glitter your new personal favorite.

All I Want for Christmas (is OPI)  

This marvelous maroon is present-ly my top choice.

Cute Little Vixen  

This deep red violet has foxy written all over it.

Underneath the Mistletoe  

Is my kiss as spicy-sweet as this candy-apple red?

In My Santa Suit  

This generously pigmented red is worth staying on the “nice” list. 

Visions of Love  

I see this rich burgundy in my immediate future. 

Warm Me Up  

This spiced coffee hits all the cold spots.

Wonderous Star  

This gold-flecked shimmer has heavenly shine.

All Sparkly and Gold  

What more can we say...the name says it all. 

Sleigh Ride for Two  

There’s only room left for this dark hot chocolate.

Ski Slope Sweetie  

This golden pearl is everybunny’s favorite.

I Snow You Love Me  

Just like I snow you love this disco light confetti. 

Silent Stars Go By*  

This blush of textured pink has parades of sparkle. 

Baby Please Come Home*  

Can’t wait to see you...in this textured and sparkling lilac.

Make Him Mine*  

But make this textured glistening rose mine first!

It’s Frosty Outside*  

This frosted silver is so icy it’s hot.

Emotions*  

This dramatic sparkling coal has got me feeling fine.

Kiss Me at Midnight*  

It’s time to fall in love with this frosted ice blue.

Mariah Carey Holiday nail lacquer shades each feature OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application. Liquid Sand nail lacquers should always be worn without top coat.

Mariah Carey Holiday will be available October 2013, at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, jcp Salons, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, ULTA and ulta.com for $9.00 ($10.95 CAN) suggested retail for each nail lacquer.            For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!